PACT Outdoors
PACT Outdoors is a privately-held Crested Butte, Colorado company that designs and sells bio-degradable, all-in-one backcountry bathroom kits using mycelium-based mycoremediation and compressed plant-based wipes, serving individual backpackers, hikers, campers, and bikepackers through DTC, Amazon, and wholesale channels including REI.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2021
- HeadquartersCrested Butte, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What PACT Outdoors does
PACT Outdoors is a privately-held outdoor recreation company headquartered in Crested Butte, Colorado, founded in 2021 by co-founders Jake and Noah Schum. The company designs and sells bio-degradable, all-in-one backcountry bathroom kits under the umbrella brand "The PACT System," targeting backpackers, hikers, campers, trail runners, and bikepackers who need compact, sustainable human waste management for off-grid use. Its flagship product is the PACT Lite Bathroom Kit, complemented by the PACT Ultra Lite Bathroom Kit (for trail running and bikepacking), the original PACT Outdoors Bathroom Kit, the Pack Out Bathroom Kit (for fragile ecosystems), and refill consumables including compressed wipes and mycelium tabs.
PACT's core technology is mycelium-based mycoremediation: wood plugs inoculated with the fungus Stropharia rugosoannulata (King Stropharia / Wine Cap) are placed in cat-holes after defecation to accelerate decomposition of human waste and neutralize pathogens such as E. coli. The compressed wipe component is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, free of over 1,000 chemicals, and third-party tested to decompose 98% in 75 days. The company complements the consumables with a lightweight aluminum shovel featuring integrated storage in the handle. PACT's technology is being validated through formal academic partnerships with Penn State, Colorado Mountain College, and Western Colorado University, and through the largest-ever backcountry bathroom behavior survey (25,000+ responses).
PACT operates a primarily product-led growth model: direct-to-consumer e-commerce via a Shopify storefront (pactoutdoors.com), supported by Amazon marketplace listings and a wholesale program reaching REI and Garage Grown Gear. Pricing is unit-based, ranging from $10 (sticker pack) to $50 (full Outdoors Kit), with kits clustering at $38–$40. Revenue streams are split between one-time hardware kit purchases and recurring consumables (wipes and tabs refills). Marketing emphasizes sustainability, Leave No Trace alignment, and educational content, amplified through gear press (GearJunkie, Outside Magazine, BackPacker) and stewardship programs such as the DOO Colorado Right campaign. The company has raised approximately $900,000 in disclosed funding as of 2023 and remains small (1–10 employees), with no disclosed institutional equity investors.
PACT Outdoors firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- PACT Outdoors
- Legal name
- PACT Outdoors
- Website
- https://pactoutdoors.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2021
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- PACT Outdoors is a privately-held Crested Butte, Colorado company that designs and sells bio-degradable, all-in-one backcountry bathroom kits using mycelium-based mycoremediation and compressed plant-based wipes, serving individual backpackers, hikers, campers, and bikepackers through DTC, Amazon, and wholesale channels including REI.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
PACT Outdoors industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Outdoor Recreation Equipment
- NAICS
- Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (32562)
- SIC
- Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Eco-Friendly Bathroom & Toilet Cleaners (CRAJAOAE)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Natural/Eco All-Purpose Cleaners (CRAJAMAM)
Keywords
Where PACT Outdoors is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Crested Butte
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
PACT Outdoors business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Bathroom Kit Sales: One-time purchase of all-in-one bathroom kits (Lite, Ultra Lite, Outdoors) containing shovel, wipes, tabs, and storage. Revenue generated through direct e-commerce and wholesale channels.
- Consumables and Refills: Recurring purchase of PACT Wipes refills, Mycelium Tabs refills, and combo refill packs. Consumables require replenishment for ongoing backcountry use.
- Accessories: Standalone purchases of PACT Shovel, Pack Out Kits, Sticker Packs, and apparel (Doody Calls T-Shirt).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Ultra Lite Bathroom Kit - Lightest kit for trail running and bikepacking |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Lite Bathroom Kit - Best-selling most-awarded poop kit |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Outdoors Bathroom Kit - Original all-in-one kit with tri-fold case |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Bathroom Wipes 100-Pack |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Body Wipes 25-Pack |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Pack Out Bathroom Kit - For fragile ecosystems requiring waste removal |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Wipes & Tabs Refills - Essential supplies for backcountry poop kit |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Mycelium Tabs 120-Pack |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Shovel - Ergonomic shovel for digging backcountry holes |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | PACT Sticker Pack |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Doody Calls T-Shirt |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
PACT Outdoors product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PACT Outdoors designs, manufactures, and sells biodegradable, all-in-one bathroom kits for outdoor adventures. Each kit combines a lightweight aluminum shovel, plant-based compressed wipes, and proprietary mycelium tabs that accelerate decomposition of human waste in backcountry environments. The product line is targeted at backpackers, hikers, campers, trail runners, and bikepackers who need compact, sustainable waste management solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- The PACT System: System using mycelium tabs and compressed wipes for sustainable outdoor waste management
Products and services
- PACT Ultra Lite Bathroom Kit Lightest all-in-one backcountry bathroom kit designed for trail running and bikepacking; includes ergonomic shovel, 20 wipes, and 60 mycelium tabs. Priced at $40.00 per kit.
- PACT Lite Bathroom Kit Best-selling, most-awarded all-in-one bathroom kit for backpacking; 120 grams with a week of supplies. Priced at $40.00 per kit. 4.9 stars with 155 customer reviews.
- PACT Outdoors Bathroom Kit (Original) Original all-in-one bathroom kit with tri-fold case, hand sanitizer, and washable trash bag. Weighs 11 ounces with a week's supplies. Priced at $50.00 per kit. Available in multiple colors.
- Pack Out Bathroom Kit Pack-out waste kit for fragile ecosystems where burying is not effective or prohibited. Includes durable outer bag, inner poop bag, poop powder, 2 PACT Wipes, and antiseptic hand wipe. Priced at $38.00 for a 12-pack and $20.00 for a 6-pack.
- PACT Bathroom Wipes (100-Pack) Compressed plant-based wipes that expand into large towels with water. Third-party tested to decompose 98% in 75 days. Priced at $20.00 per 100-count pack. 4.9 stars with 101 customer reviews.
- PACT Body Wipes (25-Pack) Compressed body wipes that expand into large towels with water. Priced at $15.00 per 25-count pack.
- PACT Mycelium Tabs (120-Pack) Wood plugs inoculated with Stropharia rugosoannulata mycelium; add three tabs to a cat-hole after defecation to break down waste and kill harmful bacteria such as E. coli. Approved for use on public lands per Code of Federal Regulations. Priced at $22.00 per 120-count pack.
- PACT Wipes & Tabs Refill Combo Refill combo pack for the backcountry poop kit. $36.00 for 100 Wipes & 120 Tabs (saves $6.00) or $22.00 for 20 Wipes & 60 Tabs.
- PACT Shovel Standalone lightweight aluminum shovel with serrated edge for digging backcountry cat-holes. Ergonomic design with integrated handle storage compartments for wipes and tabs. Price not publicly disclosed.
- PACT Sticker Pack Branded sticker pack. Priced at $10.00 per pack.
- Doody Calls T-Shirt Branded apparel t-shirt. Priced at $30.00 per shirt.
Quantifiable outcome
- 98% decomposition in 75 days (third-party tested)
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use PACT Outdoors
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
PACT Outdoors technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
PACT Outdoors partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.
- DOO Colorado Right CampaignflagshipStatewide campaign distributing complimentary PACT Lite Outdoor Bathroom Kits starting Memorial Day Weekend to make backcountry bathroom practice easier while keeping human waste from polluting waters and public lands. Program showed that when people are given tools instead of lectures, they use them.
- Garage Grown GearcorePACT Outdoors products are now available at Garage Grown Gear, the ultralight backpacking retailer. This partnership expands distribution to a specialized audience of ultralight enthusiasts who align with PACT's lightweight product positioning.
- REIcorePACT's partnership with REI is rooted in shared standards and long-term thinking. From sustainability requirements to a passion for great products, the relationship reflects a deeper commitment to better backcountry practices.
- Conservation AlliancecorePACT Outdoors joined The Conservation Alliance as a member company, joining over 270 companies across North America to fund and advocate for public land conservation and stewardship.
- Continental Divide Trail CoalitioncorePACT Outdoors partnered with the Continental Divide Trail Coalition as part of effort to connect with people and organizations taking care of public lands and trails and making them more accessible.
- Penn State UniversitycoreResearch partnership studying pack-out poop behavior at Mt. Elbert, Colorado's tallest peak. Study conducted with Leave No Trace, U.S. Forest Service, and Colorado Fourteeners Initiative. Data still under analysis for publication.
- Leave No TracecoreResearch and education partner focused on responsible outdoor recreation. Collaborated on Mt. Elbert study and shared mission of improving backcountry bathroom practices.
- Colorado Mountain CollegecoreResearch partner conducting studies on Stropharia rugosoannulata's ability to remove human coliform bacteria from human waste. Forthcoming study demonstrating tremendous potential for mycoremediation applications.
- Western Colorado UniversitycoreAcademic research partner studying mycoremediation and mycelium applications for backcountry waste decomposition.
- Crested Butte Mountain Bike Alliance (CBMBA)minorPartnership with the world's oldest mountain bike club to support trail planning, building, and maintenance efforts in Crested Butte area.
- Moosejaw Outdoor AcceleratorminorPACT participated in 8-week Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator program learning, testing, and refining business model and products alongside mentors and entrepreneurs.
- Startup ColoradominorRural accelerator program that helped PACT grow from rural Colorado origin into a lasting outdoor brand.
- Trail Steward Organizations (USFSDA, CDTC, CTF, CPW, StayTheTrail, CFI)coreWorking with multiple trail steward organizations including U.S. Forest Service Downhill Alliance, Continental Divide Trail Coalition, Continental Trail Fund, Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Stay the Trail, and Colorado Forest Service to keep backcountry clean through education and tool distribution.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
PACT Outdoors competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- CuloClean: Direct competitor making biodegradable, flushable/disposable toilet paper specifically marketed for backpacking and camping. Competes head-to-head with PACT's compressed wipes on eco-friendly outdoor hygiene.
- Kula Cloth: Antimicrobial reusable pee cloth for outdoor users, sold primarily through DTC to backpackers and campers. Directly comparable as a purpose-built outdoor hygiene accessory brand with similar target customer and premium DTC positioning.
- Cleanwaste: Makes portable toilet and waste containment systems (e.g., Wag Bags, Restop bags) for backcountry, marine, and emergency sanitation. Competes in the same backcountry waste-management category from a different product angle.
- Restop: Maker of Restop 2 portable toilet bags and outdoor sanitation kits. Sells into backpackers, hunters, boaters, and emergency preparedness — overlapping with PACT's backcountry and fragile-ecosystem use cases.
Broad incumbents
- Adventure Medical Kits: Established outdoor brand selling first-aid and backcountry safety kits through major retail including REI. While not focused on bathroom kits, they occupy adjacent 'outdoor preparedness kit' shelf space at the same retailers.
- Sea to Summit: Major outdoor gear brand offering a broad catalog including lightweight towels, dry sacks, and hygiene products carried by REI and other PACT retailers. A potential competitor if it expands into backcountry bathroom categories.
- REI Co-op: REI's private-label brand includes outdoor hygiene and accessory products. As PACT's largest retail partner, REI Co-op brand could expand to compete directly in the bathroom kit category.
- Coleman: Mass-market outdoor brand with portable toilets, camp sanitation, and waste management products. Targets a less-technical but broader outdoor/camping consumer base than PACT.
- Reliance Products: Makes portable and emergency sanitation products including folding toilets and waste bags. A broad incumbent in portable sanitation that could expand into backcountry-specific kits.
Emerging players
- Human Gear: Makes GoGirl and other personal hygiene products for outdoor and emergency use. Operates in an adjacent niche of portable outdoor sanitation aimed at similar active outdoor demographics.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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PACT Outdoors leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
PACT Outdoors funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
Investors1 record
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PACT Outdoors M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about PACT Outdoors
What does PACT Outdoors do?
PACT Outdoors designs, manufactures, and sells biodegradable, all-in-one bathroom kits for outdoor adventures. Each kit combines a lightweight aluminum shovel, plant-based compressed wipes, and proprietary mycelium tabs that accelerate decomposition of human waste in backcountry environments. The product line is targeted at backpackers, hikers, campers, trail runners, and bikepackers who need compact, sustainable waste management solutions.
Is PACT Outdoors a public or private company?
PACT Outdoors is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was PACT Outdoors founded?
PACT Outdoors was founded in 2021. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is PACT Outdoors based?
PACT Outdoors is headquartered in Crested Butte, United States, in the North America region.
How does PACT Outdoors make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Bathroom Kit Sales are the primary driver. The others are consumables and Refills and accessories.
Who are PACT Outdoors's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are CuloClean, Kula Cloth, Cleanwaste and Restop. Broad incumbents are Adventure Medical Kits, Sea to Summit, REI Co-op, Coleman and Reliance Products. Human Gear is listed as an emerging player.
Does PACT Outdoors have an API?
No public API is recorded for PACT Outdoors.
What industry is PACT Outdoors in?
PACT Outdoors's product category is Outdoor Recreation Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAJAOAE, Eco-Friendly Bathroom & Toilet Cleaners, with a secondary code of CRAJAMAM, Natural/Eco All-Purpose Cleaners. Its NAICS code is 32562 and its SIC code is 2842.